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Vaasa’s Hidden Gems

This place was definitely worth a visit! Fun destinations you might not have known about in and around Vaasa.

A local guide always knows where to go when visitors are looking for something special. But what if you don’t (yet) know a local who can show you the places only the residents know about? Not everything can be found on Google either—but no worries! We’ve put together a list of Vaasa’s best hidden gems. Food, drinks, experiences, history, nature, and wonderful gifts. Check out our list and feel free to share your own hidden gems! #visitvaasa @visitvaasa

Stundars – Where History Becomes an Adventure

Welcome to Stundars, a place where the doors of history (literally!) stand open. Here, you can step right into the village life of Ostrobothnia from 1870–1920 and stroll through an idyllic setting with over 60 historical buildings – from farms to a village school and artisan workshops. You might even spot a blacksmith hard at work or a schoolmaster raising an eyebrow!

During the summer, you’re free to peek inside most cottages and imagine how people managed without Wi-Fi. Children can play their way into history in Play & Learn environments, and for picnic lovers, there’s plenty of grass to spread out a blanket. But Stundars isn’t just a summer fling – it’s an oasis all year round! Ski between the houses on a frosty winter day, take a peaceful evening stroll through the museum village in spring, or simply sit down and enjoy the tranquility.

Want to add something special to your workplace’s recreation day or host a meeting with character? Stundars offers inspiring venues and programs – everything from guided tours to clever competitions. For coffee contact Lyckans Café or a three-course dinner, Restaurant Hemmer.

So, if you want to travel back in time without having to invent a time machine – Stundars is waiting for you, all year round!

Where: In Solf, Korsholm
From Vaasa Market Square: 15 km to the south. 20 min by car, 50 min by bike

A Rustic Brewery for the Whole Family

Can the whole family have fun at a brewery? Yes, they can! Bock’s Corner Brewery in the Bock’s Corner area is like its own little village. In this rustic setting, you’ll find a village shop full of locally produced products and gifts, as well as a restaurant serving locally sourced food.

There’s also a small playground and an animal enclosure with goats and sheep. And of course, let’s not forget the brewery itself, where they craft award-winning beer, cider, and lemonade. Join a brewery tour to learn more about the brewing history of Bock’s Corner and the magic behind brewing beer.

At Bock’s, you can enjoy food and drinks with a clear conscience. Thanks to its own solar panel system, the brewery is energy self-sufficient. So, in this little village, you can sip on a zero-emission drink – and even try the restaurant’s homemade ice cream.

Where: Bock’s Corner, Vaasa
From Vaasa Market Square: 10 min by car or bike, 35 min on foot

A Cultural Venue in a Nostalgic 1950s Cinema

Looking for something to feed your soul? At Ritz Cultural Venue, you can experience music, theater, stand-up, lectures, cultural events, and movie nights – all in a nostalgic 1950s cinema in the heart of Vaasa. Ritz is run by a non-profit association, ensuring a broad and unique repertoire. The venue has a personal and intimate atmosphere – it feels like the artist on stage is performing just for you. Often, the artists even join discussions in the Ritz Café after the show.

During Kino Ritz nights the auditorium really shines, with a wide assortment of movies. Everything from new high quality releases, to old classics.

Where: Central Vaasa, Kirkkopuistikko 22.
From Vaasa Market Square: One block from the square, 5 min on foot

A Traditional Delicacy Shop Filled with Treats

The scent of history and delicious aromas welcome you as you step into Liisa Koski Delicacy Shop, right by Vaasa Market Square. The shop was founded in 1917 and has long traditions. Here, you’ll find delicacies from near and far: locally roasted coffee, a wide selection of teas, handmade Belgian pralines, chocolates, licorice, jams, sweet and savory biscuits, and Finnish design products. If you’re looking for a perfect gift, you’ll surely find it here! And, of course, you can always treat yourself.

Who was Liisa Koski? The shop got its name in 1959, when Liisa and her husband Jaakko became owners. Liisa was the daughter-in-law of the shop’s founder, Fanny. And even today, the shop is owned by a woman.

Where: Central Vaasa, Kauppapuistikko 12
From Vaasa Market Square: Right at the square in Hartman’s House, near Finland’s Statue of Liberty

A Visitor Center in the Middle of a Massive Meteorite Crater

Did you know that one of the world’s 200 most famous meteorite craters is in Vaasa? This 520-million-year-old impact crater is now an agricultural plain with a diameter of 5–6 km. In the middle of the crater, in the village of Sundom, you’ll find Meteoria Söderfjärden, a visitor center where people of all ages can learn about Earth’s history, space, and natural phenomena – and even see meteorites from around the world.

Söderfjärden’s fertile farmlands attract thousands of migrating birds every year. In September, birdwatchers have counted up to 15,000 cranes in a single day!

Where: Marenvägen 294, Sundom, Vaasa
From Vaasa Market Square: 12.5 km south. 15 min by car, 40 min by bike

A Theater Experience That Brings People Together

Why not enjoy live theater while you’re in Vaasa? Wasa Teater, the Swedish-language regional theater of Ostrobothnia, offers world-class performances, from dramas and comedies to musicals. The theater puts just as much effort into productions for children and youth as it does for adult audiences.

You can fully enjoy the performance even if you speak another language than Swedish, are hearing impaired, or for any other reason need subtitles during the play.

The theater operates in a beautiful 1950s theater building, which has been recently renovated. Want to see what happens behind the scenes? Book a guided backstage tour! You can also enjoy a delicious bistro-style meal at Ernst Salonger.

Where: Central Vaasa, Hietasaarenkatu 7.
From Vaasa Market Square: Three blocks from the square, 10 min on foot

World-Class Art in an Intimate Setting

World-famous artworks in Vaasa? Oui, bien sûr! Tikanoja Art Home houses an extraordinary collection of international art, rare in Finland. The museum, which hosts rotating exhibitions, was originally the private home of commercial counselor Frithjof Tikanoja. Its atmosphere remains intimate, with family furniture, chandeliers, fireplaces, book collections, and ornaments decorating its rooms. The museum’s courtyard garden is a quiet oasis in the city.

Tikanoja’s vision was for children and young people to learn about and appreciate art. Today, art education remains a core mission, with a creative space on the museum’s third floor, welcoming visitors of all ages.

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